intestinal fortitude

noun

Definition of intestinal fortitudenext
1
as in courage
strength of mind to carry on in spite of danger the one person who had the intestinal fortitude to stand up and denounce the injustice of it all

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2
as in fortitude
the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship you'll need considerable intestinal fortitude to take a job at that company, but the work experience will be worth it

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Recent Examples of intestinal fortitude Having the intestinal fortitude to fight on no matter the circumstances is what builds champions. — Los Angeles Times, 21 Jan. 2023 For their latest test of intestinal fortitude, the Nuggets were forced to endure a late comeback from the most clutch team in the NBA. — Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 6 Mar. 2026 Wallin’s intestinal fortitude Wednesday, meanwhile, came as no surprise to Yorkville Christian coach John McAdams. — Paul Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 8 Jan. 2026 To a certain — albeit unquantifiable — extent, the perception that the Fed will have the intestinal fortitude to inflict pain on the economy in pursuit of its mandate is as important as the reality. — Martha C. White, CNN, 26 Aug. 2022 Faced with the prospect of going home and missing the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play in the Little League Intermediate World Series, the team showed tremendous resolve and intestinal fortitude. — Emmett Hall, Sun Sentinel, 28 July 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for intestinal fortitude
  1. courage
  2. fortitude
  3. heroism
  4. stamina
  5. bravery
  6. fiber
  7. gallantry
  8. grit
Noun
  • Their courage quickly wavers in the face of the location’s eerie atmosphere and the deafening sound of cicadas.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 2 July 2026
  • That courage is greater than talent, and people remember who had it.
    — Jason Walker PsyD, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of courage
Noun
  • What sets him apart is his character, mental fortitude and sheer physical resilience.
    — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 30 June 2026
  • There may have been flaws in the analysis provided to the president before his decision to strike, or if there weren’t, then no one in the intelligence community had the fortitude or gravitas to help the president understand the realities of the situation.
    — Colin Pascal, Baltimore Sun, 28 June 2026
Definition of fortitude
Noun
  • Kara is addicted to drowning her sorrows and avoiding responsibility, but learns to embrace heroism after embarking on a quest for revenge alongside Ruthye (Eve Ridley).
    — Dani Di Placido, Forbes.com, 27 June 2026
  • The medal is North America's highest honor for civilian heroism.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 24 June 2026
Definition of heroism
Noun
  • The Estadio Azteca, which will host the England game, sits 2,240 metres above sea level, which not only gives the hosts an acclimatisation advantage but shifts greater focus onto physical stamina and endurance.
    — Colin Millar, New York Times, 4 July 2026
  • The rucking vest has moved from military training grounds into mainstream fitness gear, and 2026 has delivered a wave of new options built for people who want to add strength and stamina to a simple walk.
    — Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026
Definition of stamina
Noun
  • The revolutionary leaders proved their character with sacrifice and bravery.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
  • Without their bravery and will to stand up to England, the most powerful military force in history up to that time, and fight for their right to be free, our United States of America would be a much different place.
    — Richard Lederer, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 July 2026
Definition of bravery
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  • Tips for a Balanced Breakfast Protein can help balance a rise in blood sugar levels, while fiber can help contribute to protein’s ability to promote satiety and feelings of fullness.
    — Verywell Health, Verywell Health, 5 July 2026
  • During this curing stage, chemical reactions harden the resin and lock the fibers together into a strong, lightweight structure.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 5 July 2026
Definition of fiber
Noun
  • During the reception, Princess Kate shared an emotional moment with Tony Gledhill, a former Metropolitan Police officer who received the George Cross for gallantry in 1966.
    — Helen Murphy, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026
  • In 2020, Magawa received the PDSA Dickin medal for gallantry, which recognizes heroism in animals.
    — Brie Stimson, FOXNews.com, 12 Apr. 2026
Definition of gallantry
Noun
  • The fans got their wish after a roller coaster of emotions as Team USA, down a man for the final 36 minutes after a Folarin Balogun red card, showed grit, poise and never-say-die attitude to hang on for a 2-0 win to advance to the Round of 16.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026
  • Surviving a World Cup knockout-stage brawl takes a special kind of grit.
    — Dieter Kurtenbach, Mercury News, 2 July 2026
Definition of grit

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“Intestinal fortitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intestinal%20fortitude. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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